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Grandma Bea Sat Down at the Old Piano. Her Biggest Fan Already Had His Seat.

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An old upright piano stands against the wall, its keys yellowed with years of use and a sheet of music propped on the stand. Grandma Bea sits beside it in a long cable-knit cardigan, silver hair in a loose bun, smiling warmly at her audience of one. Dumpling has taken up his post on a small wooden stool draped with a plaid blanket, sitting tall and stocky with his front legs planted and his wrinkled face turned toward her. Soft light from the window falls across them, and a houseplant and a stack of books add to the homey feel of the room.

Many dogs seem to enjoy quiet music, and a calm instrument like the piano can make a peaceful backdrop for a relaxed afternoon. Dogs have sensitive hearing, so softer pieces and moderate volume are kinder than loud, sudden notes. Bulldogs are generally laid-back companions that enjoy simply being near their people, which makes them natural listeners. If your dog likes to sit up high with you, a sturdy, low seat is safest, since Bulldogs are heavy for their size and jumping down from tall furniture can strain their joints and back. A non-slip blanket on the seat, like the one here, helps too.

Whether the song is an old hymn, a show tune, or a favorite waltz, Dumpling gives it his full attention. Every musician deserves a devoted fan, and Grandma Bea's has a wrinkly face, a sturdy build, and an unbeatable seat in the house.

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